Sunday 1 July 2012

Prohibition in the 1920s

Last weekend I stepped back in time to the roaring 20s at one of Prohibition's secret parties. Though the dates of these are not top secret the venues are hidden and only disclosed to ticket holders. If you haven't heard of this before, then do check their website out here. With flowing vintage cocktails served in tea cups, live bands, silent movies, casino and even a burlesque show this was definitely a fun and unusual way to spend a Saturday evening. It was fabulous!
You all know that I love to dress up and when given a theme I can never go less than all the way! Luckily, I already had this little flapper outfit hidden away in my wardrobe. The dress is a Massimo Dutti number that I have had since I was 16 (does that count as vintage?). My style has changed so much since then and I even surprised myself that I have kept it all these years. The dropped waist style is perhaps the least flattering shape of all for my figure as it highlights the widest part of the hourglass and the length shortens my legs. To accesorize I wore my Chanel pearls and various feather pieces including a broach that I made into a headpiece, a feather clutch from ASOS and green feather detailed shoes from New Look.
Even the bf grew a 2 day moustache for the occasion so I made sure we both looked perfectly 20s. I tonged my hair with the Babyliss Wave Envy (check out my review here) to add texture. I then painstakingly pinned it around the nape and folded it under my shorter layers to create a faux bob, which I am proud to say lasted through many a dip on the dance floor! 
For makeup I used lots of powder to create flawless, matte and pale skin. I then contoured the cheeks to narrow my face shape. On the eyes I used a mixture of pigments - collection 2000 teal all over,  shimmery golden green in the centre of the eyelid, matte brown to blend and create a more rounded eye shape. I also made my brows thinner and darker to create the classic strong, slimline pencil brow of the 1920s. I then added two pairs of lashes (top and bottom) to make my eyes look larger and alter their shape. I used the new Katy Perry Cool Kitty lashes (£5.95 here) on the top as they are perfectly full and not too long.
I then finished off with a strong lip, making sure to define the cupids bow. This is my slightly more modern and wearable take on flapper makeup!
Have you ever been to a 1920s themed party? What is your favourite decade? Are you tempted to attend the next Prohibition event? I believe it will be held on Saturday the 8th of September! xxx
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14 comments

  1. You look absolutely stunning! The hair is enviable, I've tried this so many times and it looks pitiful on me haha! I think I prefer every decade pre-90's, SO much character.

    xx

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  2. This is such a great a idea. You look GORGEOUS. The mister doesn't look so bad either. I hope you guys had a lot of fun.

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  3. Haven't seen u do such a glam look in a while and this is utterly fabulous and different!

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  4. HOW ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!!! SO CLASSY!!!

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  5. I just discovered your blog and I'm lovin it!!! Youre beautiful!
    Makeup by Rachel

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  6. wow, how COOL!!!! love your makeup and i want to go to one of the parties :D awesome

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  7. This makeup is fabulous! I love the 20's vibe, sophisticated yet fun, great post : )
    Ayesha xoxo

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  8. You look gorgeous and oh my goodness I'm so glad I read this and found out about the event!

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  9. You are absolutely beautiful in 20's style :)
    Anyway if anyone need ideas for Birthday Gifts just check the link ;)

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  10. This lady really good at make up for her eyes and I believe if she can add Women's leather tote handbags and the beautiful orange Platform thick heel shoes with her can be great!

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  11. Beautiful makeup!! Would you please do a tutorial?

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  12. Beautiful makeup!! Would you please do a tutorial?

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